# Ukraine's army chief Drapatyi outlines his vision for the military

https://mins.news/en/item/45708

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-04 15:53 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/ukraines-army-chief-drapatyi-on-his-vision-for-ukraines-military/

> Ukraine's Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi says he was entrusted with command by the president, as supreme commander, and the defense minister. He identifies stabilizing the front, integrating new combat capabilities, and building, training, and retaining military personnel as priorities for fighting the war today while preparing for the future.

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